Transcript Autumn Edition newsletter

Flu is a highly infectious illness
that spreads rapidly through the
coughs and sneezes of people
who are carrying the virus.
If you're at risk of complications from flu, make sure
you have your annual flu jab.
If you are not sure if you need the vaccination ask
the receptionist.
If you are in one of these groups, you're more
vulnerable to the effects of flu (even if you're fit and
healthy) and could develop flu complications, which
are more serious illnesses such as bronchitis and
pneumonia, which could result in hospitalisation.
Catch it, Bin it, Kill it
To protect your self and others – ensure that you
use a tissue, throw it away and wash your hands.
Drs Tang and Amin Newsletter
Autumn Edition
Welcome to the autumn edition
Its that time of year again
when flu can catch us all out,
be prepared and have your
flu vaccination. (See the
yellow flu leaflet to check if
you need a flu vaccination).
Drop in dates:
Tuesday 16th October and
Tuesday 13th November
8:30 -19:00
We are offering pregnant
ladies the whooping cough
vaccination . Ask reception
for an appointment.
Flu symptoms can hit quite suddenly and severely.
They usually include fever, chills, headaches and
aching muscles. You can often get a cough and sore
throat. Because flu is caused by a virus and not
bacteria, antibiotics won't treat it.
Stoptober
During October, thousands of people across
England are taking part in Stoptober - a new,
exciting 28 day challenge to stop smoking.
There's lots of free support to help you along
the way - and the great news is that by
stopping smoking for 28 days, you are five
times more likely to stay smoke free!
To join the Stoptober challenge and for
further
information
please
see
www.NHSChoices or Smokefree Facebook
page
For local support contact the surgery, we offer
smoking cessation advice and there is a ‘drop
in’ session available on a Wednesday morning
at Morrill Street.
Medication
What’s in your drug cabinet?
Do you realise that medication can go out of
date?
We know its Autumn but it might be worth
having a spring clean of your drug cabinet.
Medication has a sell by date too! Make sure
you take all your unwanted and out of date
medications and ointments to your local
pharmacy for safe disposal.
The NHS spends millions of pounds on
medication! Please make sure you only order
the medication that you actually require.
Don’t forget
That we have available ‘on-line’ repeat
prescription requests and appointments –
register now by asking the receptionist.
www.drstangandamin.nhs.uk